Travel – Christy's Non Toxic Lifestyle

Posture Alignment to the Rescue!

Did you know that many of one’s “aches and pains” can be attributed to poor postural alignment? Believe it or not, foot, knees, hip, back, shoulder and neck pain can all be attributed to walking incorrectly and leaning to one side or the other without even knowing it. The good news, and I speak from personal experience, is that MOST of these issues can be treated successfully without analgesics and/or surgery. More good news, you can get help with a ...

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AUG

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Alternative Therapies, Exercise, Healing, Healthy Lifestyles, Immune System, Inflammation, Pain Management, Prevention, Stress Management, Travel

Is Your Car Making You Sick?

Posted by: Christy Begien

I recently learned that the temperature inside a car on a hot July day can be 40 degrees hotter than the temperature outside. So, if it’s 90 degrees outside when I jump in the car, inside it’s a raging 130 degrees! Of course it’s hot and most everyone’s first move is to turn on the A/C to cool down. Not so fast, everyone! We’ve all heard how it’s not healthy to leave a water bottle out in the sun. The ...

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JUL

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Allergies, Asthma, Healthy Lifestyles, Immune System, Inflammation, Non Toxic Choices, Plastics, Prevention, Toxic Overload, Travel, Travel Tips

Could Your Toothbrush Be Keeping You Sick?

Posted by: Christy Begien

Yep, it’s still flu season and one of the things you might not be thinking about is how “germy” your toothbrush has become…read on!

Okay, so we had a few funky germs in our home over the holiday season and while washing the bedding and airing out the house, I remembered that bacteria can also linger on our toothbrushes. Most of us brush at least twice a day. Funny how good health can be derailed when brushing with a germy toothbrush, ...

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JAN

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Healing, Healthy Lifestyles, Immune System, Prevention, Travel, Travel Tips

Have You Checked Your Pulses Today?

Posted by: Christy Begien

Holiday stress starting to ramp up and you can feel your heart racing. You made it through Thanksgiving but now you’re in the 2-week stretch until the Christmas and Hanukah holidays. With parties, shopping, kids and family activities, baking, holiday cards to mail… have you checked your pulses today? Nope, we’re not talking heart rate here. Read on!

Did You Get Your Pulses Today?

Pulses are part of the legume family, but the term “pulse refers only to the dried seed. Dried ...

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DEC

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Children, Healing, Healthy Eating, Healthy Lifestyles, Immune System, Inflammation, Non Toxic Choices, Prevention, Stress Management, Travel, Uncategorized

Kids and Holiday Anxiety

Posted by: Christy Begien

Holidays are great fun, but let’s face it, don’t we all experience some level of sensory overload and/or anxiety during this time? There’s an overabundance of activities, sugary and not-so-healthy foods, parties, decorations, travel and extra time with family and friends. Tough for adults to manage but how can we help our little ones through to avoid hyperactivity and/or meltdowns?

Over a period of a few weeks, their still-developing brains are suddenly exposed to extra crowds, noise, tree lights, and more ...

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NOV

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Children, Healing, Healthy Eating, Healthy Lifestyles, Holidays, Immune System, Inflammation, Non Toxic Choices, Prevention, Sleep, Stress Management, Toxic Overload, Travel

Could Your Toothbrush Be Keeping You Sick?

Posted by: Christy Begien

Okay, so we had a few funky germs in our home over the holiday season and while washing the bedding and airing out the house, I remembered that bacteria can also linger on our toothbrushes. Most of us brush at least twice a day. Funny how good health can be derailed when brushing with a germy toothbrush, one with lingering bits of bacteria. It’s easy to forget, right? So, do I replace or clean? Read on for the latest info ...

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JAN

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Healing, Healthy Lifestyles, Immune System, Prevention, Travel, Travel Tips

Blooming Beauty All Around!

Posted by: Christy Begien

We’ve all heard this saying, “You’re only here for a short visit. Don’t hurry, don’t worry. And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.” Today’s post, Flowers!

It’s mid-summer and aren’t many of us surrounded by beautiful flowers either where we live, where we work or where we are traveling? I think most of us would be hard pressed to say there isn’t a beautiful garden to enjoy somewhere near us. What is it about flowers that make us ...

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JUL

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Healthy Lifestyles, Spirituality, Spirituality, Stress Management, Travel

Sunscreens: UVA, UVB, SPF – What Do They All Mean?

Posted by: Christy Begien

I am of the baby boomer generation that didn’t use sunscreen growing up. The “in” thing was slathering baby oil all over our bodies to enhance the tanning effects of the sun. I’ll spare you the details of my sun-spotted arms and hands, but I certainly wish I knew then what I know now!

When my kids came along, I thought I was being a diligent parent when it came to applying sunscreen. However, little did I know that those sunscreens, ...

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APR

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Allergies, Alternative Therapies, Beauty Products, Healthy Lifestyles, Parabens, Prevention, Skin care, Skincare, Toxic Overload, Travel

Snowshoeing – The Top Winter Calorie Burn!

Posted by: Christy Begien

It’s March! The days are warming up and we’ve just turned the clocks forward so what to do with this extra daylight and Vitamin D? I know I’m looking forward to our annual trek to the mountains for some pre-Spring skiing and snowshoeing. What I love in particular about snowshoeing is that it’s a healthy, inexpensive workout. You can rent the equipment and all you need is a large flat or hilly area. Public golf courses, school grounds, parks often ...

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MAR

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Exercise, Healthy Lifestyles, Stress Management, Travel, Winter Sports